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Celebrating Independence Day : America's Most Beloved Traditions Every July 4th, America comes alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors that make our  Independence Day  the most patriotic celebration of the year. From sea to shining sea, communities gather to honor our nation's birthday with traditions that have become as American as apple pie itself. Fireworks : The Sky's the Limit When it comes to spectacular fireworks displays, America doesn't hold back. While Niagara Falls offers perhaps the most breathtaking backdrop for pyrotechnics, Boston and Washington D.C. are locked in a friendly rivalry for the most impressive shows. Boston's famous Fourth of July Pops concert and fireworks over the Charles River creates magic that would make John Philip Sousa proud, while D.C.'s National Mall display provides a patriotic backdrop that's truly the stuff of dreams. Though firecrackers and even sparklers are illegal in many areas, most Americans liv...